Tottenham Crashes Out of EFL Cup After 4-0 Defeat to Liverpool

Tottenham Hotspur’s hopes of reaching the EFL Cup final were completely shattered after a humbling 4-0 defeat to Liverpool at Anfield on Thursday, February 6. Despite taking a 1-0 lead from the first leg, Spurs were outclassed and outplayed as Jurgen Klopp’s side dominated from start to finish.

Match Recap: Liverpool Overpowers Spurs

Spurs fans had some hope heading into the second leg, thanks to Lucas Bergvall’s winner in the first match. However, Liverpool quickly took control:

⚽ Cody Gakpo (34′) – Leveled the tie before halftime.
⚽ Mohamed Salah (51′) – Put Liverpool ahead on aggregate.
⚽ Dominik Szoboszlai (79′) – Sealed Spurs’ fate.
⚽ Virgil van Dijk (87′) – Added the final blow.

With injuries piling up and defensive frailties exposed, Tottenham collapsed under the pressure as Liverpool ran riot at Anfield.

Richarlison’s Nightmare Continues

One of the biggest disappointments of the night was Richarlison, whose injury woes continued. The Brazilian striker has had a frustrating season, making only two Premier League starts, and now finds himself back on the injury list.

🗣️ Fans took to social media to express their frustration, with some demanding that Spurs “get rid of him ASAP.”

Since his £60 million move in 2022, Richarlison has struggled to justify his price tag, scoring just 18 goals in 80 appearances across three seasons. His inconsistency, fitness issues, and lack of impact in big games have led to growing impatience among supporters.

Injury Crisis Worsens for Spurs

Heading into the game, Ange Postecoglou was already without several key players, including:

🚑 Micky van de Ven
🚑 Cristian Romero
🚑 Guglielmo Vicario
🚑 James Maddison
🚑 Dominic Solanke

Now, with Richarlison also sidelined, Tottenham’s squad depth is being seriously tested. Despite January signings Kevin Danso and Mathys Tel making their debuts, Spurs were simply no match for Liverpool on the night.

What’s Next for Tottenham?

With Spurs now out of the EFL Cup, their focus shifts to the Premier League and FA Cup. However, this heavy defeat raises serious concerns about the team’s squad depth, injury issues, and lack of cutting edge in big games.

📌 Key Takeaways:
✅ Squad Reinforcements Needed: Spurs must revamp their attack and add more defensive depth in the summer.
✅ Richarlison’s Future in Doubt: Patience is wearing thin, and a summer exit could be on the cards.
✅ Postecoglou Under Pressure: While injuries have played a role, the lack of tactical adjustments against elite sides is a growing concern.

With Daniel Levy, Johan Lange, and Postecoglou all under scrutiny, the upcoming summer transfer window could define the future of the club.

Can Tottenham bounce back from this disaster, or is this a sign of deeper problems at Spurs?